1975 Abarth 124 vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 1984 Volvo 740 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Abarth 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Abarth 124 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 740. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 740 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1975 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 740. (143 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volvo |
| Model | 124 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1340 kg |
